FASD and the Criminal Justice System
1. An international study on FASD and the Criminal Justice System
Individuals with FASD possess unique strengths; however, research shows that individuals with FASD are over 19 times more likely to encounter the CJS than individuals who do not have FASD.
The FASD group is currently undertaking an international study to study confabulation, suggestibility, compliance and acquiescence in individuals with FASD compared to the neurotypical population. We are currently recruiting individuals (11 years old and above) with FASD/Prenatal alcohol exposure alongside their parents or carers who live in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and US. You may register your interest in this study via this link, or contact us using the email/phone number below: International FASD and Justice System Study
2. FASD and Fitness to Plead Study
This research investigated the ability of individuals with FASD to plead within the courts in England and Wales. The common law doctrine of fitness to plead and investigation was studied in relation to whether FASD is a barrier to receiving justice within the criminal court in England and Wales. Tania’s study recruited individuals (18 – 70 years old) with FASD/Prenatal alcohol exposure. The study involved individuals completing IQ and memory tests online. It also involved watching a video about a court case and answering questions about the video. Parents and carers were also asked to participate by answering questionnaires.
To hear more about this study, please email Tania: t.l.h.goddard@edu.salford.ac.uk
3. FASD, Sexually Harmful Behaviours and the Justice System
This research investigated the psychosocial factors that may provide the context of vulnerability for those with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) to become engaged in harmful sexual behaviours or sexual offending. It also explored the experiences of individuals with FASD and their families who have encountered the welfare or criminal justice system in England and Wales in relation these behaviours; and further explored the awareness of FASD amongst welfare and criminal justice professionals.
To learn more about this study, please email:
Uzma Naseem: u.naseem@edu.salford.ac.uk